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Choosing the right custom printing service isn't easy. Before the advent of the internet, nearly every town in America had a local print shop. They created custom t-shirts, mugs, hats, etc, for local businesses, high schools, and colleges. These shops are still around, but their days are numbered, in our humble opinion.
It is important to note that not everything is better online. If you want a nice meal or a full tank of gas, the internet can't help. But there are some businesses that benefit by taking their act online, and custom printing is one of them.
Business is and always has been about efficiency. The only way to increase profit margins is to increase efficiency and lower costs. Once in a blue moon, technology gives businesses the ability to cut costs and increase their exposure to new customers. What do you need to know about San Francisco screen printing?
San Francisco has always been an artistic city. From Haight Ashbury to the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California has always been a haven for dreamers and idealists. Not surprisingly, it is home to scores of local print shops. Many of them have taken San Francisco screen printing online.
Where to start?
As we mentioned earlier, choosing a custom printer can be difficult these days due to new technologies. Most companies offer attractive rates and delivery times. But they are not all the same. As a general rule, the larger the company, the more printing options. The two most popular printing methods are screen printing and digital printing.
Most small custom printers rely on screen printing. This technique has been around for nearly two thousand years. The company begins by creating or burning a screen for your unique design. This screen includes a stenciled design, often with text, that is then stamped onto a blank t-shirt or garment. Depending on the size of your order, some San Francisco screen printing companies will pay for the cost of creating the screen, while others will charge you for it. If you have the time, we suggest looking online for a company that will pay for burning a screen.
Shipping costs are always an issue when it comes to online companies. Many San Francisco screen printing companies offer free shipping for bulk orders. Paying exorbitant fees for shipping from online sellers pretty much negates the cost saving online customers have come to expert, which is why we strongly suggest you look for a seller that offers free shipping on large orders.